Ways to Live Forever (2010)

Twelve-year-old Sam is a boy of curiosity and courage, a fervent explorer of life's mysteries, from the enigmas of UFOs and ghosts to the thrill of horror movies and the tantalizing allure of girls. Yet, his greatest quest for knowledge is driven by a personal battle with leukemia. As the adults around him tiptoe around the looming shadow of mortality, Sam dares to confront it, craving to understand the inexplicable intricacies of his disease and the enigma of death itself. Armed with a ceaseless spirit and his loyal accomplice, best friend Felix, Sam embarks on an extraordinary journey of 'scientific investigation'. This adventure is not confined to the sterile walls of a laboratory or bounded by the pages of a textbook, but is as expansive and unpredictable as life itself. It is a journey punctuated with questions and discoveries, reflections and revelations, and a growing list of dreams yet to be realized - from shattering a world record to navigating the skies in a blimp, from experiencing the exhilarating rush of a first kiss to understanding the complexities of teenage life. 'Ways to Live Forever' is a tale of innocence and resilience, of heartache and hope. It is a stirring exploration of a young boy's unwavering determination to seize control of his own narrative, to face the uncertain future not with fear, but with love, humor, and an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. As Sam and his family navigate this monumental journey, they encounter not just the trials of life, but also its unexpected miracles and moments of joy. The story is a testament to the power of love, friendship, and the unwavering human spirit in the face of adversity, offering an ultimately uplifting outlook on life, and indeed, on the many ways to live forever.

Ways to Live Forever is a drama movie featuring Ben Chaplin and directed by Gustavo Ron.

Ways to Live Forever is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy.

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